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In honor of mom, La Mer will open its doors for its annual Mother’s Day Lunch.  A four-course prix fixe menu with a glass of champagne is available for $75 with two seating’s at 11:30 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 11, 2008.  Reservations are required at 808-923-2311.

Sous chef Robert Urquidi and general manager Gary Matsumoto are teaming up to add some spice to The Pineapple Room Dinner menu, and have created a special Winez and Grindz menu in celebration of Cinco de Mayo.  The inspiration for this menu is derived from Robert’s Mexican heritage, and Gary’s affinity for Mexican food having grown up in Southern California.  This dinner will be held on Monday, May 5 at The Pineapple Room in Macy’s at the Ala Moana Shopping Center.  Click here to see the prix fixe menu.  The dinner is available for $65 or $90 with wine pairings. 

The Pineapple Room will also be hosting a special Mother’s Day Brunch on Sunday, May 11, 2008 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.  The special buffet offers a variety of item from mini pork hash ‘loco mocos’ to a host of desserts, including a “Shave Ice Station,” for $45 adults and $22.50 for kids. For reservations or more information on either special event, call 808-945-6573.


Tiki’s Grill & Bar will celebrate Mother’s Day with a special brunch buffet from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. featuring a number of delicious offerings sure to please Tutu, mom, and the entire ‘ohana.  The Mother’s Day menu can be downloaded here, or call 808-923-TIKI (8454) for reservation or details.


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